Jacquelynn Dobrin

Jacquelynn first started as a part time news anchor and reporter for WSVA in 2022. Before the launch of Rocktown Now in April of 2024, she was Assistant Editor and then became Editor-in-Chief in November of 2024.

Home & Garden
1 month ago
Homeowners can help preserve essential unsung garden heroes

While moths, flies, beetles and wasps may drive away picnic guests, they’re as essential as butterflies, bumblebees and other ecological wonders. They help pollinate garden plants, devour pests, break down organic matter and nourish other essential wildlife.

Road
Local
1 month ago
Lane closures on Route 33 in Rockingham Co. beginning September 30

Flaggers will control traffic at various locations on Route 33 between Route 752 (Muddy Creek Road) and Route 734 (Bank Church Road) in the Hinton area.

A headshot photo of Sheriff Bryan Hutcheson
Crime & Safety
1 month ago
Rockingham County Sheriff Hutcheson answers your questions | Rocktown Now Crime Report

Rockingham County Sheriff Bryan Hutcheson answers your questions including questions about the RHSPCA, how the court process works if the same person is facing charges at the same time in different places, what are the requirements to report someone as missing.

Community
1 month ago
Community Foundation Grants fuel local services across Harrisonburg and Rockingham County

Fourteen area nonprofit organizations have reported measurable impact after receiving grants totaling roughly $159,500 in 2024–2025.

Upclose of the bobcat kitten
Local
1 month ago
Bobcat kitten admitted to Wildlife Center of Virginia

The kitten was found alone on a road in Highland County, with no signs of her mother or siblings nearby, and was quickly brought to the Center for care.

A deer at sunset
Agriculture
1 month ago
Chronic wasting disease detected in Page County

The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources has confirmed the first case of CWD in Page County.

Local
1 month ago
UPDATE: Bridges reopen over I-81 after truck strikes overpasses

VDOT has completed detailed inspections of the bridges on Route 704 (Cecil Wampler Road) and Route 867 (North River Road) and determined that they are safe for vehicular travel.

Community
1 month ago
Tuberculosis case confirmed in RCPS school

RCPS has been informed of a confirmed case of tuberculosis (TB) within the school community.

Sign warning of road work ahead
Local
1 month ago
Safety and traffic flow upgrades coming to Verona

VDOT will begin improvements around October 1 at the intersection of Route 901 (Mill Place Parkway) and Route 612 (Laurel Hill Road) in the Verona area.

611 steam engine
Local
1 month ago
611 Steam Engine coming through Augusta County this Fall

The Buckingham Branch Railroad will once again be hosting the fall train excursions this year featuring the iconic Norfolk & Western #611 steam engine.